New Nintendo: Crisper Graphics, Same Nostalgia
A new Famicom Mini commercial emulates the original 1983 Nintendo Famicom ad but with more up-to-date graphics.
'Pokémon GO' to Tohoku to Catch Rare Pokémon
Travel to the Tohoku region, the site of the 2011 Great East Japan earthquake, to see the effects of pocket monster Lapras’ real-world healing powers. And with a higher-than-usual catch rate, you can take one home too!
8 Cosplayers Improvise Missing Costume Parts
Find out how a little quick thinking and simple everyday objects can save your day of cosplaying in a pinch thanks to these eight Twitter cosplayers.
Japanese Drummer Builds Bridge to US Career
This fiery-haired, Las Vegas-based Japanese drummer has been playing her heart out in her second language: rock-n-roll!
Everyday Lolita Fashion
Get the cuteness of Lolita fashion with these five casual (and affordable) brands in Japan.
The 8 Most Popular Sports in Japan
If you're thinking about sports in Japan, chances are sumo, judo and kendo come to mind. However, only one of these makes the Top 8 list—find out what ranks in at No. 1!
Disney Music Comes to Tokyo Trains
Until December 25, Tokyo commuters can feel like they’re setting off on a magical adventure with these 12 Disney train jingles dancing in their ears.
Kamizumo: The Art of Paper Sumo
The history of 'kamizumo,' or paper sumo, reaches back to the popularization of flesh-and-blood sumo as a sport during the Edo Period. It's still played by kids—and some surprisingly dedicated adults—to this day.
